Oahu Weather Forecast for August 20, 2026

Oahu Weather Forecast for August 20, 2026

Increased shower activity is expected through Friday as trade winds weaken. We're continuing to monitor Tropical Depression Two-C which could strengthen...

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Oahu Surf Forecast for August 20, 2026
Oahu Surf Forecast for August 20, 2026

Surf along south facing shores will remain slightly below average through Thursday. A long period south-southwest swell generated from gales just south and east...

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Hawaii residents told to prepare for another tropical cyclone as officials monitor a developing weather system on a potentially concerning track. Meanwhile, $6M in federal funds approved for Hurricane Lala recovery in Hawaii to help repair infrastructure damaged by the storm. Power restoration efforts have made significant progress, with most of Maui and Oahu residents back online, though Hawaii Island's full restoration may take two weeks. On Oahu, a popular dining spot faces challenges as the Happy Days Chinese Seafood Restaurant remains closed after a partial roof collapse injured diners. In community news, the Duke's Oceanfest SurFUR competition returns to Waikiki, delighting dog lovers with a unique surfing event as part of the festivities. Lastly, health officials report Oahu's 7th dengue case is travel-related, highlighting ongoing public health awareness post-Lala flooding.

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Hotel rezoning amendments would shrink housing inventory envisioned by vacation rental phase-out, critics say

Three amendments proposed by Maui County Council members would add 16 properties—some overlapping between proposals—to a list of apartment-zoned properties used as vacation rentals and slated for rezoning into newly created hotel-zoned districts. The move would further shrink the pool of units that the much-debated Bill 9 would convert to long-term housing, opponents of the resolutions argued.

Emergency WiFi available for Hāna residents

Emergency WiFi is now available in Hāna town for East Maui residents. The Starlink WiFi equipment was provided by Maui United Way, in coordination with Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. and Hāle Hulu Mamo. The Starlink WiFi equipment is located at Hāle Hulu Mamo and connectivity can be accessed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. via street parking.

Maui Weather Forecast for August 20, 2026

Increased shower activity is expected through Friday as trade winds weaken. We're continuing to monitor Tropical Depression Two-C which could strengthen...

On heels of Lala, new tropical depression forms today SE of Hawaiʻi

As Hawaiʻi continues to recover from the impacts of Lala, a new tropical system is forming southeast of the state. Maximum sustained winds are near 35 mph with higher gusts. Gradual strengthening is forecast, and the depression could become a tropical storm later today.

State alerts public about recall of Outshine Fruit Bars from Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream

The recall was issued because of possible contamination with glass; recalled products were distributed nationally, including at Times/Don Quijote, KTA Super Stores, Walmart, Target and other retailers in Hawaiʻi.

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Post-Lala recovery drives bring urgent call for blood, food donations on Kauaʻi

In the wake of Hurricane Lala, Kauaʻi residents are urged to bolster community resilience by donating blood and supporting the annual Food Drive Day.

More than 800 vendor booths expected to be featured at 32nd annual Made in Hawaiʻi Festival

Hawaiʻi Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism again is the official government sponsor for the business festival from Aug. 20-23 at Hawaiʻi Convention Center in Honolulu, which will also feature 28 local businesses participating at the Made in Hawaiʻi Pavilion.

Tropical depression headed toward Big Island; Kauaʻi could get impacts starting Sunday

While it is too early to determine the track, intensity and magnitude of these tropical disturbances, residents should prepare again for bad weather.

Hawaiʻi Department of Accounting and General Services honors exceptional employees

Department awards annual incentive and service awards; Eric Agena, engineering program manager at the Kauaʻi District Office, was named Manager of the Year.

State Land Board authorizes transfer of 300+ acres to Hawaiian Home Lands

The eight parcels on the Big Island identified in the transfer consist of two commercial-zoned parcels appropriate for revenue-generating industrial/commercial development and six parcels in the Hilo town core suited to connected residential and agricultural homestead development.

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Hāmākua Energy to provide update on operations, 2026 energy plans

Hāmākua Energy will host a virtual community information meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 25, to provide an update about the company’s operations and energy plans. The company, which supplies about 20 percent of Hawai‘i Island’s electricity, continues to work with Hawaiian Electric to provide reliable, cost-effective power to the utility’s grid serving island residents and businesses, […]

Big Island needs to brace for another tropical storm; heavy rainfall forecast to begin Saturday night

While it is too early to determine the track, intensity and magnitude of these tropical disturbances, the Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Agency said residents should prepare again for bad weather.

What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Want to donate? Check out how

Hawaiian Electric restored power to 2,600 Big Island customers but about 14,400 customers are still waiting; and medical doctors will be available Thursday at Nāʻālehu Elementary Schools.

Lala Hurricane victims 93-year-old May Doi and retired physicist John Hylas found by neighbors in pastures

May Doi and John Hylas, who lost their lives in the storm over the weekend, were beloved members of the small, rural town of Nāʻālehu and will be greatly missed.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs delivers supplies to isolated Kaʻū communities

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs ensured that 1,500 pounds of essential supplies was delivered to severely impacted Native Hawaiian communities underserved by existing relief efforts.